Psychologists from 'Married at First Sight' Share New Approach to Finding and Renewing Love

Ahead of Tu B'Av, the Hebrew holiday of love, leading psychologists from the Israeli reality show 'Married at First Sight' offer fresh advice for singles and married couples seeking to improve their relationships. They highlight practical tips to transform how people approach love and partnership in an era where dating often feels monotonous and long-term relationships lose their initial spark.

For singles, Dr. Yael Doron and Dr. Kalanit Ben Ari recommend shifting focus from finding the perfect partner to exploring how one is experienced within a relationship. Doron suggests that singles break their routines by trying new places, sharing unexpected personal stories, and surprising themselves to reignite connection potential. Ben Ari cautions against falling for potential rather than the real person and encourages embracing growth over perfection. Both advise continuing to live a full life with hobbies and social activities rather than pausing life until love arrives.

For married couples, the experts emphasize the importance of renewal. Doron encourages couples to ask fresh questions like "How have you been this past year?" or "What can I do to make you feel loved?" to spark new conversations and emotional closeness. Ben Ari stresses that love is demonstrated through daily behaviors, not just feelings, and suggests couples reflect on whether their actions convey love and importance to their partner. She also recommends shared new experiences such as trips or hobbies to break routine and foster excitement, while allowing individual growth to bring fresh energy into the relationship.

Both psychologists conclude by urging couples to focus on appreciating what already works in their relationship instead of fixating on what is missing. They wish everyone a year filled with genuine, close, and exciting love.